University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture
Jonesboro, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Valid arkansas driver's license required
Knowledge of federal acquisition regulation far
Experience with sam and fpds databases
The Procurement Counselor will serve as a resource for businesses to identify potential contractual opportunities with federal, state, and local governments
Job Summary
The Procurement Counselor will serve as a resource for businesses to identify potential contractual opportunities with federal, state, and local governments.
The role requires overseeing the APEX Accelerator satellite office operations in Jonesboro, Arkansas, while traveling regionally to meet mission requirements.
Employees must complete 40 hours of annual training on federal contracting laws, with at least 20 hours from a federal source.
Matching Summary
The Procurement Counselor will serve as a resource for businesses to identify potential contractual opportunities with federal, state, and local governments.
Salary
Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible: Yes
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Valid Arkansas driver's license required
Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation FAR
Experience with SAM and FPDS databases
Ability to translate contracting requirements
Willingness to travel regionally statewide
Nice-to-have
Strong interpersonal and counseling skills
Experience with small business programs
Ability to foster client trust
Strategic planning and marketing knowledge
Public speaking and presentation skills
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in business or related field
Three years of relevant professional work experience
Valid Arkansas driver's license
Proof of legal authority to work in US
Work Rights
Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States